Join our team at a well-equipped hospital as a Surgical Physician Assistant specializing in cardiovascular procedures. Be at the forefront of patient care through rounds on inpatients post-operation, assisting in surgeries, and attending to patients in the clinic. Enjoy a flexible schedule with rotating call shifts to ensure work-life balance.
Key Details
– Assignment Type: Locum Tenens
– Setting: Hospital
– Start Date: June 1, 2026
– Schedule: Floor shifts from 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM; On-call from 6:00 PM to 7:00 AM
– Patient Population: Adult
– Location: Torrance, CA
Benefits
– Weekly direct deposit
– Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
– Supportive credentialing assistance
– Lodging and mileage reimbursement
– Flexible scheduling
Job Responsibilities
– Rounding on inpatients post-operation
– Assisting as a first assist in surgeries
– Seeing patients in the clinic
Qualifications
– Certified Physician Assistant with an active CA license and CA DEA
– Required certifications: ACLS, BLS
– Experience with endoscopic and radial artery harvesting, and interpreting EKGs, X-rays, labs, ECMO, IABP, and Impella
Working Hours
– Guaranteed 8 hours per day, with overtime applicable after 8 hours
– On-call every other weekend and 2 days per week from 6:00 PM to 7:00 AM
Skills
– Proficiency in endoscopic and radial artery harvesting
– Ability to interpret EKGs, X-rays, and labs
– Knowledge of ECMO, IABP, and Impella
– Strong clinical and surgical skills
Join us in providing excellent surgical patient care and gain valuable experience in a dynamic hospital setting.